LAKEWOOD, Wash. — A freeway sign collapsed on southbound Interstate 5 on Tuesday morning, according to West Pierce Fire & Rescue.
The sign is located on southbound Interstate 5 at Gravelly Lake Drive in Lakewood and came down just after midnight.
The signs and supports spanned all lanes, collapsing across the freeway.
Crews are on scene of a sign collapse on southbound I-5 at Gravelly Lake Drive in Lakewood. It seems a car has hit the support, bringing down the sign. One person is being evaluated for injuries. Please avoid the area and expect long delays. pic.twitter.com/1ZRLyeuYeW
— West Pierce Fire & Rescue (@WestPierce) March 8, 2022
A spokesperson for West Pierce said a car appeared to hit the support, bringing down the sign.
Crews worked to remove the structure, and were able to maneuver it to the side of the road just before 6 a.m.
Major progress towards reopening southbound I-5 in Tacoma. After we reopen, the sign bridge will temporarily remain at this location. We'll come back tonight to remove it. pic.twitter.com/B1vTPd4wfd
— WSDOT Tacoma (@wsdot_tacoma) March 8, 2022
One person is being evaluated for their injuries.
All southbound lanes were reopened at 6 a.m.
All lanes of southbound I-5 have reopened following the overnight total closure in Lakewood. Thanks for everyone who delayed their travels to help limit backups. It'll take a bit for congestion to clear.
— WSDOT Tacoma (@wsdot_tacoma) March 8, 2022
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